OpenBridge Modeler

What's New in CONNECT Edition 2022 R1

This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition 2022 R1.

Primary Enhancements:

  • Deck Breakbacks
  • User defined Footing Templates for Columns and Abutments
  • Integrated workflow of Generative Components (Technology Preview)

Additional Enhancements

  • Wingwall top slope definition
  • Wingwall: Vertical offset can be positive or negative
  • Concrete Beams - Orient ends Vertical or Normal
  • Elevation report for Approach Slab
  • Option to follow crown slope for Inverted Tee pier cap
  • Cheek Walls can now be chamfered or filleted
  • Bearing seats - adjust for skewed Pier/Abutment settings
  • Bearing seats - adjust for Chamfer or Fillet of pier cap
  • Cross Frames: Option to orient connector plate along diagonals
  • Cross Frames: Option to use member Center of Gravity
  • Cross Frames: Option to use Double Angles
  • Option to place Cross Frames level for Concrete Beams
  • Cross Fraames for Steel Beams: Option to Vertically Center diaphragms
  • "Plan by 3D Element" in Civil Tab
  • Linear Template Tools in Civil Tab
  • Copy to All button on beam definition
  • Option to specify Rotation angles for individual Piles
  • Wizard Enhancements (Copy/paste on Materials tab, Save settings between sessions)
  • Wizard Enhancements (Performance improvements, options ot not generate supports)
  • Min/Max on Parametric cells
  • Specify concrete diaphragm at interior piers (concrete girders only)
  • Transfer Steel Tubs to LBS and RM
  • Item Types: Bridge Properties added to Expression Builder
  • Config Variable to control display of Item Types in Properties Panel pop-up
  • Config Variable to control display of Item Types in Tool Settings
  • Template Editor - auto update all points using the same variable
  • Pay unit selection option for Barriers
  • Deck properties displays volume and top surface area
  • Use of File Settings for Auto-Save Design Changes